Nitromethane from China
Nitromethane is a nitrated derivative of monohydric methanol, containing a nitro group (-NO2). It falls under HTS 2905.59.10.00 as a nitrated acyclic alcohol derivative used as solvent and fuel additive. Qualifies under Chapter 29 notes including nitrated derivatives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Classify with ATF Form 5400.4 if used in explosives manufacturing
• Provide flash point documentation (<73°F) for proper hazmat class
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger Chapter 38 classification